Penza, Penza Oblast Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Penza get?

Penza gets 543 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 143 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 59% of Russia.

June is the wettest month, with 60 mm. February is the driest, with 34 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to September 12, 2024.

Penza weather by month

Penza weather in January

In January, Penza averages a high of -6°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The January record high is 7°C (2007) and the record low is -40°C (1979).

Penza weather in February

In February, Penza averages a high of -4°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The February record high is 8°C (1990) and the record low is -38°C (1976).

Penza weather in March

In March, Penza averages a high of 2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2020) and the record low is -29°C (1983).

Penza weather in April

In April, Penza averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (1970) and the record low is -14°C (2005).

Penza weather in May

In May, Penza averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2007) and the record low is -6°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Penza weather in June

In June, Penza averages a high of 25°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (2008).

Penza weather in July

In July, Penza averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1975).

Penza weather in August

In August, Penza averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1971). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Penza weather in September

In September, Penza averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is -7°C (1996). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Penza weather in October

In October, Penza averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (1991) and the record low is -17°C (1976).

Penza weather in November

In November, Penza averages a high of 1°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2023) and the record low is -29°C (1998).

Penza weather in December

In December, Penza averages a high of -4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 12% of daylight hours. The December record high is 11°C (2012) and the record low is -41°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Penza

July is the sunniest month in Penza, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 10%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. Penza is sunnier than 55% of Russia.

Humidity peaks in November at 86% and is lowest in May at 58%.

Penza has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Penza is hotter than 87% of Russia.

First and last freeze in Penza

The first fall freeze in Penza typically comes around October 2, and the last spring freeze around May 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 153 days.

Penza weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Penza station is 41°C, on August 1, 2010. The coldest is -41°C, on December 31, 1978.

The wettest day on record brought 103 mm of rain, on August 18, 2012.

57 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Penza

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -11°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 13°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 2°C.

Penza climate questions

How much rain does Penza get?

Penza gets 543 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 143 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Penza?

June is the wettest month in Penza, with 60 mm. February is the driest, with 34 mm.

How many rainy days does Penza have a year?

Penza has about 143 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Penza?

July is the warmest month in Penza, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Penza?

January is the coldest month in Penza, with an average low of -12°C.

What is the record high temperature in Penza?

The record high at the Penza station is 41°C, set on August 1, 2010. The record low is -41°C, on December 31, 1978.

What is the sunniest month in Penza?

July is the sunniest month in Penza, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Penza?

The first fall freeze in Penza typically comes around October 2. The last spring freeze is around May 2.

What is the best time to visit Penza?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.